Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 750mL

Old Carter Barrel Strength Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4

Straight Rye Whiskey | 57.05% ABV (114.1 Proof) | 750 mL | Kentucky, USA | 8 Years Old | Small Batch

Process & Profile
Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 is one of the earlier and harder-to-find releases in the Old Carter rye lineup, built around the brand’s signature small-batch, barrel-strength approach. Released in 2019, this batch was made from just five barrels of 8-year-old rye whiskey and bottled at 114.1 proof, giving it the kind of limited scale and focused identity that helped establish Old Carter as one of the most sought-after names in modern American whiskey.

What makes Batch 4 especially notable is how tightly constructed the release is. The whiskey is built from a 95% rye mash bill and was bottled in a run of only 942 bottles, making it one of the smaller Old Carter rye batches from that early period. For those looking for an older Old Carter release, a Kentucky-only batch, or a barrel-strength rye with real scarcity and collector appeal, this bottling stands out immediately.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: baking spice, warm pastry notes, seasoned oak, and concentrated rye grain
• Palate: rich rye spice, caramelized sweetness, oak, and a fuller barrel-strength texture
• Mid-palate: layered warmth with deeper grain character, developed sweetness, and a rounded mature profile
• Finish: long, bold, and warming with lingering spice, oak, and dry rye structure

What Makes It Special

• Early Old Carter rye release from 2019
• Bottled at barrel strength, 114.1 proof
• Made from just 5 barrels
• Aged 8 years
• Built on a 95% rye mash bill
• Limited to only 942 bottles
• Kentucky-only release with strong collector appeal

How to Enjoy
Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 is best enjoyed neat first so the proof, age, and rye-driven intensity can fully open in the glass. Let it rest for several minutes before sipping to bring out more of the spice, oak, and concentrated sweetness. A few drops of water can help widen the aromatics and soften the structure while keeping the whiskey’s barrel-strength depth intact. This is also a strong comparison bottle for those looking to taste it next to later Old Carter rye batches and see how the line evolved over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4?
Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 is a limited 2019 barrel-strength straight rye whiskey release from Old Carter Whiskey Co., made from five barrels of 8-year-old rye and bottled as a Kentucky-only batch.

2. What does Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 taste like?
Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 shows notes of baking spice, warm pastry, seasoned oak, caramelized sweetness, and concentrated rye grain with a long warming finish.

3. Is Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 114.1 proof?
Yes. Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 is bottled at 114.1 proof, which is 57.05% ABV.

4. How many bottles were released of Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4?
Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 was released in a run of 942 bottles.

5. Where can I buy Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4?
You can purchase Old Carter Straight Rye Whiskey Batch 4 directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium and limited-edition spirits.